2001 Jeep Cherokee Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 4%of 229 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 23,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the body and structure of the 2001 Jeep Cherokee, 4% of the 229 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 23,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Opened rear tailgate to put in groceries and the tail gate came down and struck the back of my head and caused a large bump and bleeding I did not seek medical attention.”
NHTSA complaint #10504243, filed 2013-03, 110,000 miles“While driving, the cruise control didn't set the speed when engaged. The vehicle was taken to a dealership, who indicated that a clock spring failure caused the cruise control to malfunction. The horn is also not operational. The clock spring will be replaced. The right front door contained rust”
NHTSA complaint #10089563, filed 2004-09, 23,000 miles“Cpsc: purchased a set of the above pistons to replace pistons on a 2001 Jeep Cherokee sport. The first set failed on the second opening causing minor vehicle damage to the lift gate. The locking clip did not have sufficient strength to hold onto the provided bracket.”
NHTSA complaint #11104408, filed 2018-06“Don't buy a Jeep! Piece of junk. Since I have owned mine the following has broke radiator, seat track, power window motor, brakes, blowout, transmission, headlight covers dulled, multiple rear light outages, inside lights out.”
NHTSA complaint #10282023, filed 2009-08“2001 Jeep Cherokee front brake rotors corroded. The rotors also flaked creating a hazardous condition. The dealer was aware of this prior to the end of the warranty period, but did not correct this defect. The consumer also experienced standing water in the foot wells, A/C failure, fan failure and the doors not being aligned properly. There is a brake recall for this vehicle, but the recall number was not given.”
NHTSA complaint #10119305, filed 2005-04Related service bulletins
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Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 11% |
| 2020 | 3 | 1% |
| 2019 | 20 | 1% |
| 2018 | 4 | 1% |
| 2017 | 12 | 1% |
| 2016 | 33 | 2% |
| 2015 | 86 | 5% |
| 2014 | 110 | 4% |
| 2006 | 1 | 6% |
| 2001 | 9 | 4% |
| 2000 | 7 | 2% |
| 1999 | 7 | 2% |
| 1998 | 27 | 7% |
| 1997 | 7 | 2% |
| 1996 | 47 | 11% |
| 1995 | 149 | 25% |
| 1994 | 205 | 40% |
| 1993 | 99 | 24% |
| 1992 | 11 | 10% |
| 1991 | 2 | 1% |
| 1990 | 5 | 2% |
| 1989 | 7 | 4% |
| 1988 | 2 | 2% |
| 1987 | 3 | 5% |
| 1986 | 1 | 5% |
| 1985 | 2 | 12% |
Other parts of the 2001 Jeep Cherokee
56 complaintsEngine cooling
37 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
24 complaintsSuspension
22 complaintsAir bags
21 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsSeats
18 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsEquipment
12 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsTires
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology